2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 135 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.
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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Stratus | J30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
