2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 902 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 114 L |
