2007 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 562 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Territory | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Territory | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |