1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 177 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (464 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 818 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Sidewinder | XF |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2909 mm |
