1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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 137 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Stealth | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Stealth | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |