1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 279 kg more than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Stealth | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
