2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia 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) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1590 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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 Renault Thalia, 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) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2473 mm |
