2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 6 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 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 106 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Stratus | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
