2010 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer 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 707 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Explorer | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Explorer | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2061 kg | 2768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4912 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |