2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Sprinter | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2790 mm |
