2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 170 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 2005 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stratus | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
