1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Trans Sport | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
