2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 923 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sable | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
