2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 377 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, 2006 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stratus | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
