2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sprinter | Shogun |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |