2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa 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 40 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
