2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Sprinter and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
