2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Stratus | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
