2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2008 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Venza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
