2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 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 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 895 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sprinter | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1248 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
