2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 398 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Stealth | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Stealth | S-MX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |