2003 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 705 kg more than 2003 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 167 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
