2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
