2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
