2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 5 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 64 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2002 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada 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 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stratus | Strada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
