2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Isuzu D-MAX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 468 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2005 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX 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 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 2005 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2005 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | |
Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
Model | Stratus | D-MAX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3060 mm |