Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Stratus | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5800 190 lb-ft@4850 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.0 in | 98.7 in | 9.3 in |
Length | 191.2 in | 161.1 in | 30.1 in |
Width | 70.6 in | 67.9 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 54.9 in | 59.0 in | -4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3231 lb. | 2884 lb. | 347 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.2 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 52.8 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 0.0 in | 52.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 39.4 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 49.3 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 33.5 in | 4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 7.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
2006 Dodge Stratus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room for driver and passenger see full Dodge Stratus review |
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