2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 109 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Stratus | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |