2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Nissan Tiida
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Nissan Tiida 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 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 676 kg more than 2009 Nissan Tiida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Tiida, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Tiida. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Tiida has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Tiida 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.
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2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Sprinter | Tiida |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |