2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 469 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
