1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 502 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 473 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sidewinder | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
