1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 238 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
