2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa would be higher. At 2,701 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2760 mm |
