1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 883 kg more 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia. 2008 GMC Acadia 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. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stealth | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
