2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Stratus and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus. 2002 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stratus | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
