2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 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 14 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 212 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Stratus | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |