2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1332 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1410 mm |
