2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
