2005 Audi TT vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 9 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | TT | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
