1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 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 341 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Sidewinder | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |