2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 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 45 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 874 kg more than 2002 Rover 45. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Sprinter | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
