2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
