2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Honda Life

To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 901 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life 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 2005 Honda Life
Make Dodge Honda
Model Sprinter Life
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 6950 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 2740 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 4330 mm 2370 mm


 

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