1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Roadmaster | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 6710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4020 mm |
