2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano 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 3,000 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 808 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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, 2012 Buick Verano, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | Sprinter | Verano |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
