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The
Van Rentals Company -Passenger
Van Rentals specializes in College University's Schools
& Organizations. Providing special rates for colleges
and universities with new and safe vans from Ford & Chevrolet.
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Corporate Programs
While most cars,
SUVs and minivans last roughly five to six years between
generations, full-size utilitarian vans are like those 150-year-old
tortoises that live on while the rest of the animal kingdom
dies away. When a new van shows up, such as the Dodge Sprinter
Vans & Dodge Van Rentals (Dodge Sprinter Van Rentals) ,
it's a rare occasion. Although the last-generation Sprinter
arrived on this side of the pond in 2003, it had previously
been sold around the world as a Mercedes-Benz since 1995.
That vehicle was already a revolutionary step beyond its
aged General Motors and Ford competition, and the still-German-built
new model increases that disparity even more.
As is the case with other vehicles of its type, the Dodge
Sprinter Vans & Dodge Van Rentals (Dodge Sprinter Van Rentals)
is all about utility, interior room and transporting large
numbers of passengers or lots of cargo. Like other full-size
vans, it's meant for big families or commercial use, and
you won't find any power liftgates, "magic" seats or 18
cupholders. However, the Sprinter has some clear advantages
over its competitors in the realms of passenger comfort,
cargo capacity, body configurations and driving dynamics.
Just a quick visual inspection of the Sprinter reveals how
different it is. Its radically sloped front end, long wheelbase
and tall body make it look like a good Adam Vinatieri kick
could knock it over, yet it's just as wide as the Ford and
GM models, and handles more like a midsize SUV than a plumber's
van. If you can handle the higher price tag, modest horsepower
and merely adequate towing capacity, the Sprinter is the
best choice in this limited segment.
Current Dodge Sprinter Vans & Dodge Van Rentals (Dodge Sprinter
Van Rentals)
The Dodge Sprinter Vans & Dodge Van Rentals (Dodge Sprinter
Van Rentals) was redesigned for the 2008 model year. It
is available as a passenger van or a cargo van. For the
passenger version, only the 2500 style is offered, with
numerous body choices, including two wheelbases (144 and
170 inches), two body lengths (233 and 273 inches) and two
roof heights (standard and high). The cargo van is available
in 2500 and 3500 models with the same dimension choices
as the passenger model, but with a 289-inch body length
and 84-inch (7 feet) Mega Roof height added.
Dodge equips the Sprinter with basic standard features,
but items like a tilt/telescoping steering wheel and automatic
climate control set it apart from the full-size crowd. Antilock
brakes and stability control are also standard. The seemingly
infinite array of available options makes ordering a bit
tricky but allows buyers to fully customize their van. Uncharacteristic
optional niceties include rear parking assist, multiple
driving seat choices, heated front seats, a sunroof and
integrated phone connectivity. The passenger van is also
the only model in its class to offer a driver-side sliding
door.
The Mercedes-built Dodge Sprinter Vans & Dodge Van Rentals
(Dodge Sprinter Van Rentals) is powered by a 3.0-liter turbodiesel
V6 making 154 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. It
gets fuel economy in the mid-20s, dramatically better than
its competition. However, a dearth of horsepower leaves
it with extremely sluggish passing response at higher speeds
-- ironic, considering the van's name. A more balanced compromise
between power and economy can be reached with the optional
3.5-liter gasoline V6 that makes 254 hp and 250 lb-ft of
torque. Both engines come standard with a five-speed automatic
with an automanual mode.
Towing capacity for the 2500 model is 5,000 pounds, while
the 3500 model tops out at 7,500. These numbers are below
its competitors, though how many people tow a Bayliner behind
their plumber's van?
The Sprinter holds an advantage in regards to interior design.
The upright and narrow styling endows the Sprinter with
near-flat interior sidewalls, huge cargo capacity, easy
urban maneuverability and plenty of flexibility. Fit and
finish is up to typical Mercedes-Benz standards, and its
new dashboard and steering wheel angle have been greatly
improved over its predecessor.
Past Dodge Sprinter Vans & Dodge Van Rentals (Dodge Sprinter
Van Rentals) s
The previous-generation Dodge Sprinter Vans & Dodge Van
Rentals (Dodge Sprinter Van Rentals) was produced from 2003-'06.
(Before being badged as a Dodge, the Sprinter was briefly
sold to commercial users in 2002 under the Freightliner
brand.) It had a profile similar to the current model, but
a keen eye will notice its less aerodynamic styling. This
Sprinter was also available in passenger 2500 and cargo
2500 and 3500 models, though it offered only two wheelbases,
lengths and heights. For power, this van featured a 2.7-liter
turbodiesel five-cylinder engine rated at 154 hp and 243
lb-ft of torque. A five-speed automatic transmission was
standard.
Multiple seat adjustments ensured decent comfort, and overall
ergonomics gave the impression of driving a regular passenger
car instead of a hulking van. However, its near-horizontal
steering wheel evoked the feeling of piloting a school bus.
Storage cubbies abound, but don't expect to put a super-mega-size
drink in any of the cupholders. The tall height and low
floor meant that drivers and passengers could walk around
upright in tall-roof models. This made the Sprinter cargo
van popular among courier companies in particular, while
the passenger van served well as a hotel or airport shuttle
since it required little to no outfitter conversion.
Considering that one of the main criticisms levied at the
Sprinter when it was new was its high starting price, used
Sprinters should be a good buy for those looking for a work
van or a high-capacity people mover. Although the new model
has definite advantages, the first-generation Dodge Sprinter
Vans & Dodge Van Rentals (Dodge Sprinter Van Rentals) is
still notably more advanced than full-size vans from GM
and Ford.
Our operations specialize in 7,8,9,10,12,
& 14
15 passenger van rentals. Our New York New Jersey Long
Island & Florida locations. In additions we offers SUV's
4X4', economy cars moving vans Exotic & Luxury Cars.
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