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Originally Posted by JamieGeek

Yeah in theory since the Diesel's have much more low end torque they should be faster.

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The Ford 6.8L V10 has more torque than the Mercedes 3.0L turbodiesel at sea level -- I believe 420 versus 350 lb-ft if memory serves me right -- didn't look it up.

At very high elevations the MB diesel should generate more torque than the Ford, plus the Sprinter motorhome should be lighter, so I'd expect the diesel MB to "feel" quicker in normal driving, specially at higher elevations.

The 6-speed has much lower 1st gear ratio, so should launch much quicker off the line than older 5-speed MHs.