1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 148 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stealth | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
