2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 808 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | E |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2523 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2731 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
