2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 210 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
