1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 408 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
