2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 8 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 214 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Stratus | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | Element |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
