2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Dodge Stratus
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Express and 2004 Dodge Stratus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Stratus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 214 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |