1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 10 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 733 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 2007 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Sidewinder | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 687 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
