2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 219 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Coupe 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 Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Stratus | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
