2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Stratus 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 313 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Stratus | RSX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
