2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.

Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Sprinter 2009 Jeep Wrangler
Make Dodge Jeep
Model Sprinter Wrangler
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 3777 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 196 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 7350 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 2740 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 4330 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 70 L


 

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