1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 2001 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Stealth | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
