2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 641 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 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Flex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
