2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 317 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stratus | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
