2011 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 391 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |