2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
