2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Acura TL 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 TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 498 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | 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 | 286 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
