2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Dodge Stealth. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2480 mm |
