With so much attention paid to the development of the Dodge Magnum and Charger, the Stratus is relegated to the division's back seat, soldiering on yet another year with only minor cosmetic upgrades. Originally designed to counter the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, the Stratus now finds itself battling a field of new contenders. Cars like the Mazda6, Nissan Altima, Hyundai Sonata and Ford Fusion are poised to give the Stratus a run for its money. On the flip side, Dodge has done a good job keeping the Stratus updated with the latest safety features and attractive pricing.