2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 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), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 730 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
Model | Stratus | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |