2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 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 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 895 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
