2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 249 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Stratus | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |