2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 619 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 Mazda CX-09 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 Mazda CX-09 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 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stratus | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
