2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2002 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Stratus | XG |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
