2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 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 2 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 71 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stratus | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
