2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Polo 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 95 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
