2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Equinox | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
