2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
