2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 273 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 903 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
