2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 1026 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Sprinter | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2570 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |