1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 131 more horse power than 2010 Porsche 911. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Sidewinder | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
