2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante 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 Mazda Levante 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stratus | Levante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
