2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Stratus | Flex |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |