1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 6 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. 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 2005 Saturn Vue. 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Stealth | Vue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
