1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. (543 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
