2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 367 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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 (258 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
