2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Sprinter | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
