2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Stratus | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
