2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stratus | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
