2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 145 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
