1994 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Stratus (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Stratus | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
