2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2002 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
