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[[Image:stratum1.jpg|thumb|right|220px|The Stratum parked near an interstate in [[San Andreas]]]]
{{Infobox vehicle
| name = Stratum
| front_image = Stratum-GTASA-front.jpg
| image_size = 300
| caption = A Stratum in GTA San Andreas.
| rear_image = Stratum-GTASA-rear.jpg
| vehicle_type = Civilian car
| body_style = 4-door station wagon
| capacity = 4 (driver and 3 passengers)
| manufacturer = [[Zirconium]] ([[HD Universe]])
| game_1 = GTA San Andreas
| game_2 = GTA IV
| game_3 = GTA V
}}


The '''Stratum''' is a mid-sized 4 door station wagon that is available for the player in [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]] and [[Grand Theft Auto IV]]. The Stratum has a more streamlined design than other station wagons in the games. It cannot be upgraded in [[TransFender]], but can be upgraded at [[Wheel Arch Angels]] in [[Ocean Flats]], [[San Fierro]] since it is considered a tuner. It is one of the gang cars used by the [[San Fierro Triads]], the other two being the [[Elegy]] and the [[Sultan]]. It also highly increases the player’s sex appeal. In GTA IV, after collecting all thirty cars for [[Stevie]] he agrees to purchase cars from [[Niko Bellic]], with the Stratum fetching $1,800.
The '''Stratum''' is a mid-sized 4-door station wagon seen in [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]], [[Grand Theft Auto IV]], and [[Grand Theft Auto V]]. The Stratum has a more streamlined design than other station wagons in the series.


[[Image:Stratum.png|thumb|right|Front view of the Stratum in [[Grand Theft Auto IV]] ]]
== GTA San Andreas ==
[[Image:Stratum-back.png|thumb|right|Rear view of the Stratum ]]
=== Design ===
The Stratum's design, performance, and its likely V6 engine suggest that it is derived from the [[wp:Honda Accord#Fifth_generation_.281993.E2.80.931997.29|fifth generation (1994–1997) Honda Accord wagon]]; however D-pillars have been added. The car's real-life counterpart fails to fit in the game's time setting ([[1992]]).


===Design===
The car is a gang car preferred by the [[San Fierro Triads]].
The San Andreas Stratum closely resembles a early/mid-90’s Honda Accord wagon.  Considering the performance and dual-exhaust ports, it is likely meant to be a V6, despite this option not being available on the Accord until reaching the fifth generation, beginning in the 1994 model year (It's appearance is also closer to 1994–1997 Accord station wagons).  


The GTA IV version of the Stratum still resembles a [[wikipedia:Honda Accord|1994–1997 Honda Accord]] station wagon on the sides of the car, but has the front of a [[wikipedia:Nissan Skyline|R32 Nissan Skyline]] and the rear has been re-arranged and is more similar to a [[wikipedia:Subaru Impreza|Subaru Impreza Wagon]].
=== Performance ===
Acceleration and speed are surprisingly good, considering the Stratum’s size. The engine is most likely a powerful V6, and the drivetrain is rear-drive, making the Stratum a good selection as a drive-by vehicle. The body is weak, however, making the car susceptible to intense damage from high-speed impacts and heavy gunfire.


===Performance===
=== Modifications ===
====GTA SA====
[[File:Stratum-GTASA-modified-front.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Possible combinations of modifications that can be given to Stratums at [[Wheel Arch Angels]] in GTA San Andreas.]]
Acceleration and speed are surprisingly good, considering the Stratum’s size.  The engine is most likely a powerful V6 and the drivetrain is rear-drive, making the Stratum a good selection as a drive-by vehicle.  The body is, however, weakly constructed, making the car susceptible to intense damage from high-speed impacts and heavy gunfire.
The Stratum is considered a tuner, and can be upgraded at [[Wheel Arch Angels]] in [[Ocean Flats]], [[San Fierro]].


====GTA IV====
=== Locations ===
* Spawns in the [[Wang Cars]] showroom in [[San Fierro]] after completing the asset missions.
* Commonly spawns in and around [[San Fierro Triads]] territory in [[Chinatown, San Fierro|Chinatown]], [[San Fierro]].
* Spawns near [[The Four Dragons Casino]] in [[Las Venturas]]
* In the compound of a plastic factory during the mission [[You've Had Your Chips]].


The [[Zirconium]] [[Stratum]] 2.6GT is powered by what feels like a V6, or a high-torque I4, coupled to a 5 speed gearbox in a RWD configuration. Acceleration is quite frankly, dismal. The Stratum takes more time accelerating than anything else. Top speed is limited due to the weight of the vehicle, and its poor aerodynamic coefficient. Handling on the Stratum is quite good, though oversteer can be dramatic at times. The suspension is a good blend of "firm enough" while keeping bumps neutralized. Braking is acceptable, and ABS is standard on all Stratum wagons. Crash deformation is very good, with the Stratum keeping most of it's shape in an accident, though build quality is less than desirable; often leaving the vehicle disabled after a few impacts.
== GTA IV - GTA V ==
=== Design ===
In GTA IV, the [[Zirconium]] Stratum 2.6 GT still takes its primary inspiration from the [[:wp:Honda Accord#Fifth generation (1994–1997)|fifth generation Honda Accord station wagon]] (with the same added pillars as the previous rendition), albeit with a front end derived from the [[:wp:Nissan Skyline|R32 Nissan Skyline]], the rear end loosely resembles the first generation Subaru Impreza station wagon, and C-pillars which may be derived from the 1996-2001 Toyota Camry wagon. The game's Stratum may appear in two forms, the standard model or the "Twin Turbo" variant, which features an additional spoiler over the rear windscreen and a "Twin Turbo" badge in the rear. The GTA IV rendition also features an optional sunroof or luggage rails, or a subtle bodykit.


===Modifications===
In GTA V, the Stratum appears unaltered from GTA IV.
*[[Wheel Arch Angels]]


===Locations===
<gallery width="auto" perrow="4" style="font-size:95%; padding:0; text-align:left" widths="180">
'''GTA San Andreas'''
File:Stratum-GTAIV-front.jpg|[[Grand Theft Auto IV]]<br />(<small>[[:File:Stratum-GTAIV-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view, without sunroof and luggage rails]]</small>).
*Spawns in the [[Wang Cars]] showroom in [[San Fierro]] after completing the asset missions.
File:Stratum-GTAIV-TwinTurbo-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view of the Twin Turbo variant, featuring an additional spoiler<br>(<small>[[:File:Stratum-GTAIV-TwinTurbo-front.jpg|Front quarter view]]</small>).
*Spawns near the [[Four Dragons Casino]] in [[Las Venturas]]
File:Stratum-GTAV-prerelease.png|Prerelease screenshot of a Stratum in GTA V.
*In [[Sindacco Abattoir]] during the mission [[You've Had Your Chips]].
File:Stratum-GTAV-front.jpg|[[Grand Theft Auto V]]<br />(<small>[[:File:Stratum-GTAV-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>).
</gallery>


'''GTA IV'''
=== Performance ===
*The Stratum can spawn almost everywhere, as it's a very common car in [[Liberty City in GTA IV|Liberty City]].
The Stratum appears to be powered by a V6, or a high-torque inline-4 or inline-6 (hence the Skyline front end), coupled to a 5 speed gearbox in a RWD configuration. In GTA V, it now features an AWD layout, presumably a nod to said Skyline front end. Acceleration is inferior, and its top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h) is limited by its weight and poor aerodynamic coefficient.
 
The Stratum's handling is quite good, though oversteer can be dramatic at times, and its suspension evens out bumps without being excessively soft. Braking is acceptable, and ABS is standard on all Stratum wagons. Crash deformation is very good, with the Stratum keeping most of its shape in a collision; engine build quality, however, is less desirable, with the Stratum often left disabled after only a few impacts.
 
=== Locations ===
* Spawns all around [[Broker]] and [[Easton]], [[Algonquin]].
* Spawns in traffic in [[Multiplayer in GTA IV|multiplayer]] modes in GTA IV, but is unavailable in counterparts in [[The Lost and Damned]] and [[The Ballad of Gay Tony]].
 
== Trivia==
* The front of a Stratum is very similar to the front of a [[Solair]]. The two cars are so similar, that people who play both GTA San Andreas and GTA IV infrequently often get the two cars confused.
** To further distinguish both cars, the Stratum's horn sound is a note lower than that of the Solair's. Also, the Stratum has an engine sound similar to those of other sedans in the game, including the [[Taxi]]; the Solair sounds more like the [[ZR-350]] and [[Elegy]].
* In GTA San Andreas, it is one of the gang cars used by the [[San Fierro Triads]], the other two being the Elegy and the [[Sultan]]; it heavily increases [[Carl Johnson]]'s [[Statistics|sex appeal]].
* In GTA IV, after completing [[Stevie]]'s text message car thefts, the Stratum may be sold in his garage for $1,800.
* The Stratum plays the following radio stations by default when entered:
** [[Bounce FM]] in GTA San Andreas.
** [[SF-UR]] in GTA San Andreas; only if the player steals a Stratum from a San Fierro Triad.
** [[Integrity 2.0]], [[We Know The Truth|WKTT Radio]], or [[Public Liberty Radio]] in GTA IV.
* In a [[Beta Releases|prerelease]] screenshot of GTA San Andreas, the Stratum had an emblem on the hood.<ref>[http://www.gtasanandreas.net/screenshots/gallery.php?image=60 Prerelease screenshot of a Stratum]</ref>
* Oddly, the front turn signal lights do not illuminate in GTA IV, however they do illuminate on the ground like every other car.
 
== Reference ==
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Latest revision as of 02:55, 17 May 2015

Vehicle
Stratum
A Stratum in GTA San Andreas..
A Stratum in GTA San Andreas..
(Rear quarter view)
A Stratum in GTA San Andreas..
Appearance(s) GTA San Andreas
GTA IV
GTA V
Vehicle type Civilian car
Body style 4-door station wagon
Capacity 4 (driver and 3 passengers)
Manufacturer Zirconium (HD Universe)
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The Stratum is a mid-sized 4-door station wagon seen in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, Grand Theft Auto IV, and Grand Theft Auto V. The Stratum has a more streamlined design than other station wagons in the series.

GTA San Andreas

Design

The Stratum's design, performance, and its likely V6 engine suggest that it is derived from the fifth generation (1994–1997) Honda Accord wagon; however D-pillars have been added. The car's real-life counterpart fails to fit in the game's time setting (1992).

The car is a gang car preferred by the San Fierro Triads.

Performance

Acceleration and speed are surprisingly good, considering the Stratum’s size. The engine is most likely a powerful V6, and the drivetrain is rear-drive, making the Stratum a good selection as a drive-by vehicle. The body is weak, however, making the car susceptible to intense damage from high-speed impacts and heavy gunfire.

Modifications

Possible combinations of modifications that can be given to Stratums at Wheel Arch Angels in GTA San Andreas.

The Stratum is considered a tuner, and can be upgraded at Wheel Arch Angels in Ocean Flats, San Fierro.

Locations

GTA IV - GTA V

Design

In GTA IV, the Zirconium Stratum 2.6 GT still takes its primary inspiration from the fifth generation Honda Accord station wagon (with the same added pillars as the previous rendition), albeit with a front end derived from the R32 Nissan Skyline, the rear end loosely resembles the first generation Subaru Impreza station wagon, and C-pillars which may be derived from the 1996-2001 Toyota Camry wagon. The game's Stratum may appear in two forms, the standard model or the "Twin Turbo" variant, which features an additional spoiler over the rear windscreen and a "Twin Turbo" badge in the rear. The GTA IV rendition also features an optional sunroof or luggage rails, or a subtle bodykit.

In GTA V, the Stratum appears unaltered from GTA IV.

Performance

The Stratum appears to be powered by a V6, or a high-torque inline-4 or inline-6 (hence the Skyline front end), coupled to a 5 speed gearbox in a RWD configuration. In GTA V, it now features an AWD layout, presumably a nod to said Skyline front end. Acceleration is inferior, and its top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h) is limited by its weight and poor aerodynamic coefficient.

The Stratum's handling is quite good, though oversteer can be dramatic at times, and its suspension evens out bumps without being excessively soft. Braking is acceptable, and ABS is standard on all Stratum wagons. Crash deformation is very good, with the Stratum keeping most of its shape in a collision; engine build quality, however, is less desirable, with the Stratum often left disabled after only a few impacts.

Locations

Trivia

  • The front of a Stratum is very similar to the front of a Solair. The two cars are so similar, that people who play both GTA San Andreas and GTA IV infrequently often get the two cars confused.
    • To further distinguish both cars, the Stratum's horn sound is a note lower than that of the Solair's. Also, the Stratum has an engine sound similar to those of other sedans in the game, including the Taxi; the Solair sounds more like the ZR-350 and Elegy.
  • In GTA San Andreas, it is one of the gang cars used by the San Fierro Triads, the other two being the Elegy and the Sultan; it heavily increases Carl Johnson's sex appeal.
  • In GTA IV, after completing Stevie's text message car thefts, the Stratum may be sold in his garage for $1,800.
  • The Stratum plays the following radio stations by default when entered:
  • In a prerelease screenshot of GTA San Andreas, the Stratum had an emblem on the hood.[1]
  • Oddly, the front turn signal lights do not illuminate in GTA IV, however they do illuminate on the ground like every other car.

Reference

  1. ↑ Prerelease screenshot of a Stratum
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