2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
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 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 337 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Sprinter | Routan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2433 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |