2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 75 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratus | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
