2000 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
