2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 11 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Stratus | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
