2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Stratus | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
