2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 934 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
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, 2013 Ford Taurus, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Taurus |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2768 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |