2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 86 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Stratus | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |