2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 788 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
