2006 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 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:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
