2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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 39 kg more than 2012 Ford F-150.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2768 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
