2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
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 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i20 would be higher. 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 89 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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 Hyundai i20, 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | Sprinter | i20 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2731 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2525 mm |
