2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | Vision |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
