2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Ferrari 612

To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 149 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.

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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Sprinter 2005 Ferrari 612
Make Dodge Ferrari
Model Sprinter 612
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 5748 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 515 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 568 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 6950 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 2740 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 4330 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 108 L


 

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