2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
