2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 598 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 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.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Z4 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 7350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |