1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 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 | 1565 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
