2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 644 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3000 mm |
