2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 509 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.
Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
