1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2000 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stratus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. Both 1995 Dodge Avenger and 2000 Dodge Stratus are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2000 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Avenger | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 49 L |
