2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
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 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratus | Eos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
