1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 3 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 GMC Sonoma. 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stealth | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3130 mm |
