2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Stratus and 2006 Honda Civic 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stratus | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |