2001 Audi RS4 vs. 1997 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Audi RS4.
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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 1997 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | RS4 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
