2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 376 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 (214 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
