2009 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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 453 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
