2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Stratus | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10:01 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |