2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus. 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
