2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 180 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Stratus | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |