1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Stealth. 2005 Toyota Soarer 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. 2005 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stealth | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
