2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 655 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Sprinter | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3701 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
