2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Stratus and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Stratus | SL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 998 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 23.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |