2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
