2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Stratus | Juke |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 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 | 50 L |