2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 370 kg more than 2013 Audi A4.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Sprinter | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2808 mm |
