2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 219 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratus | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
