2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (145 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 2005 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratus | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
