1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 13 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Stealth | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
