2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2768 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
