2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 2 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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 738 kg more than 2012 Acura RL.
Because 2012 Acura RL 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, 2012 Acura RL 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | Sprinter | RL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
