2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 336 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4935 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
