2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Subaru Outback

To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.

Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Sprinter 2009 Subaru Outback
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Sprinter Outback
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 2740 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 4330 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 64 L


 

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