2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 3 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 143 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. 2001 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Agila 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 | 2004 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Stratus | Agila |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
