1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 9 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 412 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Sidewinder | G6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |