1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Stealth. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stealth | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3650 mm |
