2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
