1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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 220 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 573 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 73 L |
