2007 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Avensis, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avensis | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |