2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 132 L |
