2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 534 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Stratus | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
