2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Viper and 2000 Mercedes-Benz V 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 311 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V.
Because 2000 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 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V, 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V 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 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
