2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 202 kg more than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
