2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 175 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.
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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Stratus | BLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
