2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 650 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
