2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2000 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 49 L |
