2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 492 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Stratus | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |