2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1022 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
