1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3270 mm |
