2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
