1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Noble M12. 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Noble |
| Model | Stealth | M12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
