2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2010 Ford Ka 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 120 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1418 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. 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 Ford Ka, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Ka |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
