2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
