1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1997 Dodge Sidewinder and 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP) has 451 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 591 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Sidewinder | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
