2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 56 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| 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 | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
