2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 62 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 353 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
