2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (278 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stratus | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
