2006 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
