2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 382 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 173 Nm |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |