2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2290 mm |
