1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Dodge Stealth. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Stealth. 2004 Porsche 911 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. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Stealth | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Stealth | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |