2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Sprinter | 996 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3589 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
