2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 663 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Stratus | Commander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
