2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Impala and 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |