1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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 503 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. 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, 2000 Ford Contour, 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sidewinder | Contour |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |