2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Stratus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
