1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 240 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 934 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Viper | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
