2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
