2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 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 1036 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
