2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Stratus | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |