2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Sprinter | 911 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
