2003 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 3 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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 2003 BMW 520. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2000 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
