2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 1139 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |