2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sprinter | 159 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
