2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Sprinter and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 96 L |
