2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 85 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 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Stratus | Compass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |
