2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 586 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2954 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2730 mm |
