2006 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1998 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
