2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 627 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
