2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 8 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Stratus | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
