2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 267 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Stratus | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
