2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa 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 131 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Stratus | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 44 L |