1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (308 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 959 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Viper. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
