1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 11 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 474 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1118 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sidewinder | ML |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
