2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 363 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Phaeton | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
