2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
