1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1997 Suzuki Sidekick
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1997 Suzuki Sidekick were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. (133 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 1997 Suzuki Sidekick has manual transmission. 1997 Suzuki Sidekick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1997 Suzuki Sidekick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Cavalier | Sidekick |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 30 L |
