1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 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 490 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 136 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sidewinder | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
