2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 14 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2920 mm |