2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte. 2007 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
