2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2011 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.

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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2011 Saab 03-Sep
Make Mercedes-Benz Saab
Model Sprinter 03-Sep
Year Released 2011 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 188 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5906 mm 4646 mm
Vehicle Width 2024 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 2814 mm 1438 mm
Wheelbase Size 3665 mm 2675 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 62 L


 

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