2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | W12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
