2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (200 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
