2007 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Impala | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
