2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Viper (979 Nm) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
