2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 398 kg more than 2003 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
