1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
