2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari California. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stealth | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Stealth | California |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
