2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Caravan | Stealth |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |