2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2700 mm |
