2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Stratus and 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 522 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (122 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2002 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Stratus | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
