2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2001 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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 Dodge Stratus (263 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2001 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Echo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
