2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 140 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Sprinter | Highlander |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |