2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Stratus | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |