2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Stratus | 640 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
