2009 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan GT-R would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 969 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT-R | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
