2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 728 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
