Dodge Sprinter Van 2500 vs. Ford Transit Connect Review

Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Sprinter Van 2500 over the Ford Transit Connect. The Sprinter Van 2500 is a better choice than the Ford Transit Connect when it comes to transporting cargo, especially if you often need to carry a lot of loot or dogs.

Dimensions
The Dodge is significantly more bulky than the Ford Transit Connect. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Sprinter Van 2500 than the Ford Transit Connect because of its bigger tank. The Ford fits in smaller parking spaces than the Dodge Sprinter Van 2500. The Dodge Sprinter Van 2500's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; however, the Ford Transit Connect may give a sprier feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Ford is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the Dodge Sprinter Van 2500. The Dodge Sprinter Van 2500 is tremendously costlier than the Transit Connect regarding MSRP.

Handling
With its tighter turning circle, the Ford Transit Connect is most certainly more maneuverable than the Dodge, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the other hand, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Transit Connect's engine is significantly smaller than the Sprinter Van 2500's. Keep in mind that smaller engines can be stressed more; on the flip side, smaller engines typically get better gas mileage. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Dodge Sprinter Van 2500 is tremendously more powerful than the Ford Transit Connect. Torque equals pickup, and the Dodge Sprinter Van 2500 will have picked up and gone by the time the Ford Transit Connect finally gets moving.

Warranty
The Sprinter Van 2500 and the Ford Transit Connect have the same basic warranty.