1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 903 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Copperhead has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Copperhead will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Copperhead | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Copperhead | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2699 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3670 mm |