2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Sprinter | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |