2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 397 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
