1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stealth | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3240 mm |
