2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 105 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Stratus | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
