2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Stratus | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 67 L |
