2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 748 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Sprinter | Defender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
