2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 164 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Stratus | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |