2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (198 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (278 Nm). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Stratus | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
