2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Malibu and 2004 Dodge Sprinter were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 461 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Malibu | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |