2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 391 kg more than 2009 BMW 523.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 523 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
