2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Stratus would be higher. 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 25 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Stratus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
