2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
