2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 108 L |
