2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 204 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 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Sprinter | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |