2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (164 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Sprinter | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |