2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (258 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratus | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
