1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1126 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Stealth. 2006 Ford Expedition 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. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
