2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sprinter | C |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |