2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 984 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
