2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 185 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 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Stratus | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
