2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Acura TL.
Because 2012 Acura TL 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, 2012 Acura TL 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Dodge | Acura |
Model | Sprinter | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |