2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Stratus | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
