2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 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) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 444 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 (620 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
