2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 969 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
