2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 301 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
