2011 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 75 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas (CNG) | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
