2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus. 2006 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Stratus | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2615 mm |