1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 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 483 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.

Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Viper 2006 Land Rover Discovery
Make Dodge Land Rover
Model Viper Discovery
Year Released 1999 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8424 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 670 HP 187 HP
Torque 913 Nm 440 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 345 km/hour 175 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 2440 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2550 mm


 

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