2000 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Chrysler Viper
To start off, both 2000 Audi S4 and 2000 Chrysler Viper were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Audi S4. (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2000 Chrysler 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 2000 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S4, 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S4. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S4 | 2000 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S4 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
