2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Viper and 2000 Saturn LW were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 641 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 216 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn LW, 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 (953 Nm) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW. 2000 Saturn LW 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 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2000 Saturn LW | |
Make | Dodge | Saturn |
Model | Viper | LW |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8521 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 777 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 953 Nm | 193 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |