2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 33 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Stratus | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |