2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 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 98 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 345 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Stratus | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
