1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Sidewinder and 1999 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 498 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Renault Megane, 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Sidewinder | Megane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |