2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 736 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 129 L |
