2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stratus | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
