2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Sprinter and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 995 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sprinter | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |