2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 647 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
