2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2013 GMC Terrain

To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 137 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain.

Because 2013 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Sprinter 2013 GMC Terrain
Make Dodge GMC
Model Sprinter Terrain
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2985 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1823 kg
Vehicle Length 5910 mm 4707 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 2450 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 3670 mm 2857 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 71 L


 

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