2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 611 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xanae, 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xanae | Viper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
