2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 50 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Sprinter | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
