2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2001 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 354 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2001 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
