2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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 24 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 5 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Stratus | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 228 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |