2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 3 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 (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 239 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti Q45. (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti Q45. 2003 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. 2003 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2003 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Viper | Q45 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |