2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stratus | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 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 | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
