2007 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Opirus 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 408 kg more than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Opirus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Opirus | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Opirus | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |