2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Sprinter | S5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
