2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SL 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 54 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1996 Saturn SL. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Sprinter | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1400 mm |
