2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. 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 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
