2008 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 1174 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avalon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalon | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
