2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 659 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
