2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
