2004 Acura TL vs. 1997 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 7 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 152 kg more than 2004 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1997 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
