2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 230 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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 (678 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti Q45. 2001 Infiniti Q45 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. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Viper | Q45 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 495 HP | 265 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 378 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |