2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 451 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
