2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Sprinter 2005 Porsche 911
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Sprinter 911
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Van Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3000 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 154 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Wheelbase Size 3670 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 64 L


 

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