1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 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 343 more horse power than 2013 Ford F-150. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1068 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sidewinder | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
