2001 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX 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 825 kg more than 2001 Acura MDX.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MDX | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |