2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 41 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 851 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2512 mm |
