1995 Dodge Stealth vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Stealth | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Stealth | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
