2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2006 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
