2009 Acura RL vs. 2001 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2001 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RL | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 132 L |
