2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stratus | Pilot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 77 L |