2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2007 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B3000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
