2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 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 E (630 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
