2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Stratus | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Stratus | 550 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
