2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
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 Toyota Avalon, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Sprinter | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |