2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 607 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Stratus | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2424 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 651 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |