2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 37 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stratus | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
