2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Volvo V90.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V90. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo V90 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 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Sprinter | V90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1450 mm |