2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 507 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
