2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 405 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 F-150 (515 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 136 L |
