2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS 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 966 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac STS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 2768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |