2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 752 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
