2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 149 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
