2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 2795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
