2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 3 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Stratus | Uplander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |