2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Stratus and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 577 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. 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 Viano (330 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Stratus | Viano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |