2006 Mercury Monterey 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 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 505 kg more than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monterey | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |