2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 561 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
