2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Altezza 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 74 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |
