1995 Dodge Stealth vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Stealth | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Stealth | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |