2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 403 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
