2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 219 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 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Sprinter | A7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
