2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Stratus and 2001 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 32 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 152 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2001 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Stratus | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |