1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 14 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 478 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 866 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Sidewinder | Rodius |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |