2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 466 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW Z4 (350 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
