2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 11 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 147 kg more than 2012 Scion tC. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Dodge | Scion |
| Model | Stratus | tC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
