2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 28 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stratus | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
