2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 10 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus. 2001 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford C-Max 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 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2788 mm |
