2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 8 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sprinter | 159 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
