2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Sprinter | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |