2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 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 81 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stratus | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
