2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 906 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
