2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Sprinter | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 99 L |