2007 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
