1994 Dodge Stratus vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Stratus (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Stratus | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
