2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 436 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |