1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 12 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 111 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 322 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber. 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 2011 Dodge Caliber. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Stealth | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
