2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 24 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Stratus | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |