2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Stratus and 2004 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Stratus | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |