2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche RGT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche RGT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche RGT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT.
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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche RGT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche RGT 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 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Sprinter | RGT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2340 mm |
