2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | Sprinter | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
