2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1320 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |