2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sprinter | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2795 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2731 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2634 mm |