2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback 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 35 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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, 2001 Dodge Stratus (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Stratus | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
