2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 692 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.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |
