2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Stratus and 2002 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 210 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Stratus | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Stratus | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |