2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 647 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 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Stratus | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
