2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Optima weights approximately 66 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, 2010 Kia Optima (229 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Stratus | Optima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
