2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 569 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
