2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2960 mm |
