1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 782 kg more than 1996 Dodge 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3380 mm |
