2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Stratus and 2006 Chevrolet Epica were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 58 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 70 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, 2006 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Chevrolet Epica | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Stratus | Epica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |