2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 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 54 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 593 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
