2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 935 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
