2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Town & Country | Stratus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |