2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
