2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 5 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 184 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Dacia |
| Model | Stratus | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
