2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Celica. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica. 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 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
