2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S40. (299 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
