1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 11 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 397 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 396 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 2010 Hyundai Azera, 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Sidewinder | Azera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2779 mm |
