2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Stratus would be higher. 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 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 202 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stratus | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 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 | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
