2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 86 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratus | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
