2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 120 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Stratus | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 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 | 70 L |
