2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 2 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 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 61 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus. 2000 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 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 | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stratus | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2970 mm |
