Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 vs. RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van
Highlights
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP |
$43,500
|
$55,665
|
| Engine Type |
Intercooled Turbo Premium Gasoline I-4
|
Regular Gasoline V-6
|
| Horsepower |
188 hp
|
276 hp
|
| Drive Type |
Rear Wheel Drive
|
Front Wheel Drive
|
| Seating Capacity |
3
|
2
|
| Basic Warranty |
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
Engine
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Type |
Intercooled Turbo Premium Gasoline I-4
|
Regular Gasoline V-6
|
| Displacement |
2.0 L/121
|
3.6 L/220
|
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
188 @ 5000
|
276 @ 6400
|
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
258 @ 2500
|
250 @ 4400
|
| Transmission Options |
|
|
| Total Cooling System Capacity |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Tires & Wheels
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size |
LT245/75SR16
|
LT225/75R16
|
| Rear Tire Size |
LT245/75SR16
|
LT225/75R16
|
| Spare Tire Size |
Full-Size
|
N/A
|
| Front Wheel Size |
16 X 6.5 in
|
16 X 6 in
|
| Rear Wheel Size |
16 X 6.5 in
|
16 X 6 in
|
| Spare Wheel Size |
Full-Size in
|
N/A
|
| Front Wheel Material |
Steel
|
Steel
|
| Rear Wheel Material |
Steel
|
Steel
|
| Spare Wheel Material |
Steel
|
N/A
|
Suspension
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front |
Strut
|
Strut
|
| Suspension Type - Rear |
Leaf
|
Leaf
|
| Axle Type - Front |
Independent
|
Independent
|
| Axle Type - Rear |
Rigid Axle
|
Rigid Axle
|
Steering
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering Type |
Rack-Pinion
|
Rack-Pinion
|
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb |
41 ft
|
47 ft
|
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Measurements
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Capacity |
2
|
2
|
| Front Head Room |
47 in
|
43 in
|
| Front Leg Room |
39 in
|
39 in
|
| Front Shoulder Room |
67 in
|
75 in
|
| Front Hip Room |
64 in
|
66 in
|
| Second Head Room |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Second Leg Room |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Second Shoulder Room |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Second Hip Room |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wheelbase |
144 in
|
159 in
|
| Length, Overall w/rear bumper |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Length, Overall |
234 in
|
251 in
|
| Width, Max w/o mirrors |
80 in
|
80 in
|
| Height, Overall |
96 in
|
103 in
|
| Overhang, Front |
N/A
|
38 in
|
| Overhang, Rear w/o bumper |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cab to End of Frame |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Ground to Top of Load Floor |
28 in
|
21 in
|
| Ground Clearance, Front |
8 in
|
8 in
|
| Ground Clearance, Rear |
8 in
|
8 in
|
| Rear Door Opening Height |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Rear Door Opening Width |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Side Door Opening Height |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Side Door Opening Width |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Step Up Height - Front |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Step Up Height - Side |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 |
133 in
|
160 in
|
| Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Area Width @ Beltline |
70 in
|
76 in
|
| Cargo Box Width @ Floor |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings |
53 in
|
56 in
|
| Cargo Box (Area) Height |
68 in
|
76 in
|
| Tailgate Width |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Volume |
319 ft³
|
N/A
|
| Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Weight & Capacity
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight |
4,597 lbs
|
5,008 lbs
|
| Curb Weight - Front |
2,620 lbs
|
3,193 lbs
|
| Curb Weight - Rear |
1,977 lbs
|
1,745 lbs
|
| Option Weight - Front |
0 lbs
|
0 lbs
|
| Option Weight - Rear |
0 lbs
|
0 lbs
|
| As Spec'd Curb Weight |
4,597 lbs
|
4,938 lbs
|
| As Spec'd Payload |
3,953 lbs
|
4,412 lbs
|
| Maximum Payload Capacity |
3,953 lbs
|
4,412 lbs
|
| Gross Combined Wt Rating |
13,550 lbs
|
12,000 lbs
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
5,000 lbs
|
5,000 lbs
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
500 lbs
|
500 lbs
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
5,000 lbs
|
6,410 lbs
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
500 lbs
|
641 lbs
|
| Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Maximum Trailering Capacity |
5,000 lbs
|
6,410 lbs
|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
22 gal
|
24 gal
|
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Gross Axle Weight Rating |
9,460 lbs
|
9,920 lbs
|
| Curb Weight |
4,597 lbs
|
4,938 lbs
|
| Total Option Weight |
0 lbs
|
0 lbs
|
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating |
8,550 lbs
|
9,350 lbs
|
Safety
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Backup Camera |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Stability Control |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Brake Assist |
Standard
|
Not available
|
Entertainment
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth® |
Standard
|
Standard
|
Electrical
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
850
|
800
|
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
250
|
180
|
Brakes
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Brake Type |
4-Wheel Disc
|
4-Wheel Disc
|
| Brake ABS System |
4-Wheel
|
4-Wheel
|
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
4-Wheel
|
4-Wheel
|
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
N/A
|
12 in
|
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
N/A
|
12 in
|
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
FAQ
Which is more fuel efficient, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 or the 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 and the 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van both get 0 MPG combined.
Which car is cheaper, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 or the 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 is cheaper than the 2026 RAM ProMaster 3500 Window Van with a $43,500 starting MSRP versus a $55,665 starting MSRP.
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