2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Lancia Zeta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 157 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (217 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Stratus 2005 Lancia Zeta
Make Dodge Lancia
Model Stratus Zeta
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2424 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 186 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1443 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 80 L


 

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