2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2011 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS 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 LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Sprinter | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |
