1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 209 kg more than 1993 Dodge Stealth.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Stealth | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Stealth | Explorer |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3490 mm |