2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Dodge Stratus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Stratus | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
