2000 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 685 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.

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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Toyota Mark II 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Toyota Mercedes-Benz
Model Mark II Sprinter
Year Released 2000 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2489 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 276 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 378 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 2305 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5906 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 2446 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3665 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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