1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 493 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 768 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Sidewinder | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
