Dodge Stratus vs Oldsmobile Alero
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2004 Oldsmobile Alero
Overview
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SXT | GX |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2004 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,825 | $18,485 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal (best) | 14 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 150 hp (best) | 140 hp |
| Torque | 167 lb-ft (best) | 150 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2.2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 16 cu ft (best) | 14.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,245 lbs | 2,939 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 108 in (best) | 107 in |
| Length | 191.2 in (best) | 186.7 in |
| Width | 70.6 in (best) | 70.1 in |
| Height | 54.9 in (best) | 54.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Dodge Stratus | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SXT $20,825 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GX $18,485 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | R/T $23,755 MSRP | GX $18,485 MSRP |
| 3 | — | GL1 $20,435 MSRP |
| 4 | — | GL1 $20,435 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GL2 $21,985 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GL2 $21,985 MSRP |
| 7 | — | GLS $23,085 MSRP |
| 8 | — | GLS $23,335 MSRP |