2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Dodge Stratus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester 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, 2002 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Stratus | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Stratus | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |