2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Stratus | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
