2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 593 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
