1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 7350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |