2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2008 Toyota RAV4.

Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Sprinter 2008 Toyota RAV4
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Sprinter RAV4
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 3546 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 7350 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 2740 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 4330 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 60 L


 

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