2005 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
