2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
