1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 906 kg more than 1998 Dodge Stealth. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Stealth | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Stealth | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 428 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |