1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 200 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | Pilot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |