1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Stealth 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 178 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 477 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. 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 2006 Kia Cerato. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Stealth | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Stealth | Cerato |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |