2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 953 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 110 L |
