1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 8 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 135 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
