1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 467 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 525 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Tucson.
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1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Sidewinder | Tucson |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1655 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |