2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 331 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.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus IS (502 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Stratus | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
