2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Sprinter | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |