2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
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 Porsche 996 (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Sprinter | 996 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 89 L |
