2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1263 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
