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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
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 | 2986 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
