2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 610 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | M3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
