2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stratus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stratus (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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, 2000 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2000 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Stratus | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
