2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 455 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 578 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Viper | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
