2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
