2000 Eagle Talon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2000 Eagle Talon.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Eagle Talon. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2000 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2000 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Eagle Talon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Talon | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4326 mm |
