1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous

To start off, both 1999 Dodge Stealth and 1999 Pontiac Rageous were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Stealth.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Stealth 1999 Pontiac Rageous
Make Dodge Pontiac
Model Stealth Rageous
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 5737 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 312 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 428 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2970 mm


 

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