2006 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1993 Dodge Stealth.
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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1993 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A3 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2971 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 | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
