2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Dodge Sprinter were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 335 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |