2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Stratus and 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 276 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Stratus | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |