2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 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 (278 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stratus | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 580 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
