2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 141 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 6 series (450 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
