2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Stratus | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |