2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Almera 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 68 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 911 kg more than 1997 Nissan Almera. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Almera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2540 mm |
