2005 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, both 2005 Acura MDX and 2005 Dodge Stratus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 586 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | MDX | Stratus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 2343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 214 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |