2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2004 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Sprinter and 2004 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 43 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2004 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Sprinter | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
