Acura RL vs Dodge Stratus
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Dodge Stratus
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Dodge StratusSXT |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SXT |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Dodge StratusSXT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $20,825 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Dodge StratusSXT |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 16 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Dodge StratusSXT |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 150 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 167 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Dodge StratusSXT |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 16 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,245 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 5.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 108 in |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 191.2 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 70.6 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 54.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Dodge StratusSXT |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Dodge Stratus |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SXT $20,825 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | R/T $23,755 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs Dodge Stratus FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 Dodge Stratus?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2006 Dodge Stratus on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 Dodge Stratus?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Dodge Stratus starts lower at $20,825.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 Dodge Stratus?
- The 2006 Dodge Stratus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,825).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 Dodge Stratus?
- The 2006 Dodge Stratus leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 Dodge Stratus?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 Acura RL or 2006 Dodge Stratus?
- The 2006 Dodge Stratus leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).