2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 457 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
