1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 335 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 661 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Viper | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 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 | 1057 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
