2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Flex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
