2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| 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 | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
