2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Stratus and 2004 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 554 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (336 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
