1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 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 469 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Sidewinder | Navara |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 170 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 | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |