2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 39 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
