2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 166 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will offer significantly more control. 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 (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stratus | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
