2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 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 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 BMW 528.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 528. (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Sprinter | 528 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |