2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1476 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
