2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 114 L |
