2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 376 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (480 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Stratus | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
