2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 883 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
