2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 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 1335 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |