2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 438 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Viper | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
