2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 656 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1323 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
