2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Albea 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 229 kg more than 2007 Fiat Albea. 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, 2004 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Albea. 2004 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stratus | Albea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
