2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 374 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.
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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (291 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Stratus | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
