2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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 730 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sprinter | 159 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2578 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |