2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
