2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 637 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
