2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 454 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.
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, 2009 Kia Opirus (298 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Stratus | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
