1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stealth | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
