2005 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS 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 675 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus LS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 100 L |