2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,701 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 889 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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 (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2006 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2660 mm |
