2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 996 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2470 mm |
