1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 356 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia, 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Sidewinder | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
