2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Sprinter and 2006 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 471 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Sprinter | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2521 cc |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |