2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 474 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
