2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 613 kg more than 1996 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Charger | Stealth |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |