1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Stealth | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1540 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 |
