2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1001 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.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 83 L |
