2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Ford Artic

To start off, both 2000 Dodge Viper and 2000 Ford Artic were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 322 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 2000 Ford Artic
Make Dodge Ford
Model Viper Artic
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7999 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 450 HP 128 HP
Torque 664 Nm 325 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5240 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3200 mm


 

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