2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
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 Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet 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 80 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1410 mm |
