1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 2009 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 206 is newer by 10 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 503 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 206. 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 2009 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Stealth | 206 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
