2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 98 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.
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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Sprinter | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 71 L |
