1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 297 kg more than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Stealth | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
