2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 146 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 Flex 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 Ford Flex 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Flex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
