2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 715 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
