2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (278 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
