2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 403 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 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Stratus | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |