2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 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 45 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 15 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, 2006 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Stratus | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |