2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Stratus and 2004 Honda Z were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stratus | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
