1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 542 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 263 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 (913 Nm) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 345 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
