2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3189 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
