2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 709 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2001 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
