2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 457 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
