1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 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 462 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 673 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Sidewinder | CTS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |