2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman 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 Mini Countryman 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 Mini Countryman (281 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Stratus | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
