2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 49 L |
