2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |