2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1997 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Crew 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 19 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 144 kg more than 1997 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Crew 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 1997 Nissan Crew. 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 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1997 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stratus | Crew |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
