2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Stratus and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (99 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 680 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 (258 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Stratus | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |