1994 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratus | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
