2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 650 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 135 L |
