2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 990 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 144 L |
