1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 912 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Expedition. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1994 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3023 mm |
