1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 693 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
