2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Traverse | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |