1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 142 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic 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. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Stealth | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stealth | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |