Golden HVAC wrote:
Because the Sprinters are typically front wheel drive, they have limited GCVWR. The new Transit vans will come with rear wheel drive and the same engine that Ford used in the F-150 with a 11,000 pound towing ability. I am not sure of the GCVWR of the Transit, I don't think it is nearly as high as the F-150 GCVWR, but still it can tow some weight.
Sprinters have always been RWD. No the new Transit, will have the Ecoboost, but overall the GVWR and GCVWR much lighter than a Sprinter.
Still the Sprinter is a hot topic notice the Sprinter Pickup article on Pickup Truck.com
No the Sprinter is a poor choice for towing, it is rated at 4,400lb for towing in Australia