2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
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, 2009 Kia Rondo (229 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Stratus | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
