2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Stratus and 2003 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307. 2003 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Stratus | 307 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |