2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Sprinter | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
