1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 411 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Stealth. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stealth | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
