2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra CL 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 138 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Stratus | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
