2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Stealth | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Stealth | G |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |