1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 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 344 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Patrol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |