2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
