2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 121 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 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Stratus | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |