1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 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 204 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 413 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
