2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 540 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 115 L |
