2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 164 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 Infiniti FX (500 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Sprinter | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
