2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 319 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1400 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
