1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Stealth | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
