1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 213 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Murano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |