2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 597 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
