2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento 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 16 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
