1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Viper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |