1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 11 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 240 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 998 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty. 2009 Jeep Liberty 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. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 74 L |
