2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 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 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 330 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 2006 Ford F-250 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 2006 Ford F-250. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 144 L |
