2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Sprinter | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |