2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
