2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Stratus | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
