2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
