2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 764 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
