2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
