1994 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Stratus (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 435 kg more than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Stratus. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Stratus has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Stratus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Stratus | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Stratus | Korando |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
