2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Laguna 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 | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | Sprinter | Laguna |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |