2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
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 (258 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Stratus | Milan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |