!997 Dodge Stratus hard start

Probable causes here could be the coolant temperature sensor, IAC motor, low fuel pressure and ignition switch

If the starter makes a single kind of loud clunk each time you turn the ignition switch to "crank", but it doesn't spin the engine, suspect worn contacts in the starter solenoid. The clue is it will crank eventually if you try it enough times. The contacts can be replaced for 20 bucks but most people just replace the entire starter. The problem will get progressively worse over the next few weeks.