1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (415 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Sidewinder | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |