1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 411 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Sidewinder | Exige |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |