2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 840 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caliber | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 98 L |
