2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2000 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2480 mm |
