Renault Master vs Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Renault · 1997–2010
Master II
- Power
- 120 kW163 PS

Mercedes-Benz · 2006–2018
Sprinter NCV3
- Power
- 140 kW190 PS
In plain words
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has more power: 140 kW (190 PS) against 120 kW (163 PS) for Renault Master. Renault Master is the older design (from 1980); Mercedes-Benz Sprinter arrived in 1995.
Full specifications
| Renault Master | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 2.5 · diesel · 120 kW (163 PS) | 3.0 · diesel · 140 kW (190 PS) |
| Production years | 1997–2010 | 2006–2018 |
| Body | Van, Pickup | Minibus, Van |
| Class | Van | Van |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 120 kW (163 PS) 161 hp | 140 kW (190 PS) 188 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 57–125 kW (77–170 PS) 76–168 hp | 58–190 kW (79–258 PS) 78–255 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 403 Nm 297 lb-ft | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine | 2,500 cc 2.5 l | 3,000 cc 3.0 l |
| Gearbox | No data | 6-speed manual |
| Drive | No data | Rear-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Width | No data | 1,933 mm 76.1 in |
| Wheelbase | No data | 4,025 mm 158.5 in |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (2): Class, Fuel.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).