2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 364 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 2008 BMW 525 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 2008 BMW 525. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Stratus | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
