1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 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 460 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Sidewinder | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
