2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 182 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
