2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.

Because 2000 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Stealth 2008 Nissan Altima
Make Dodge Nissan
Model Stealth Altima
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 3490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 428 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2680 mm


 

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