1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 15 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 271 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Journey weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 1996 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey. 2011 Dodge Journey 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. 2011 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Viper | Journey |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2891 mm |