2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 38 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
