2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Sprinter and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sprinter | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |