1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 335 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Stealth | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
