1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 459 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sidewinder | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
