2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 432 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | NV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 2635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
