1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stealth | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
