2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 309 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stratus | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |