1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 397 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Sidewinder | X5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2934 mm |