2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Peugeot Partner
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Stratus and 2002 Peugeot Partner were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot Partner. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot Partner. 2002 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Stratus | Partner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
