2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 879 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
