2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Stratus and 2006 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 341 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Stratus | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |