2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 113 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. 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 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Stratus | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
