2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic 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 69 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
