2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (283 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Stealth. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Tahoe | Stealth |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |