1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 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 89 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 547 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Because 1999 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia. 2011 GMC Acadia 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. 2011 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
