2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stratus (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Stratus | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
