2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 298 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Venture | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
