2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 215 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, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Stratus | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
