2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 883 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sprinter | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
