2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 581 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus, 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
