2006 Acura TL vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 404 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
