2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 252 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Sprinter 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Dodge Infiniti
Model Sprinter FX
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Van Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Natural Gas (CNG)
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1943 kg
Vehicle Length 6950 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 2740 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 4330 mm 2885 mm


 

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