2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stealth | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stealth | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
