1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer 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 471 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sidewinder | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
