2000 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 533 kg more than 2000 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
