1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2007 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2007 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2007 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Dardo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 10 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3670 mm |
