2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota 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 36 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 414 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Sprinter | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2850 mm |
