2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 876 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Viper | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
