2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Viper and 2000 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Nissan Maxima, 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 (1,154 Nm) has 973 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Maxima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 1154 Nm | 181 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |