2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
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 (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Stratus | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |