2007 BMW X3 vs. 1992 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1992 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X3 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
