2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
