2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL 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 27 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Sprinter | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2619 mm |
