2008 Acura RL vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 4 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RL | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
