2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Sprinter | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |