2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
