2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 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 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 62 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 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 320 (365 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 320 | Stratus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |