2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 972 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | AAC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 4921 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
